Arianna Huffington to speak to students

June 4, 2018 —

Arianna Huffington

Business icon Arianna Huffington will speak with University of Manitoba students at the Asper School of Business on Tuesday, June 12.

Ms. Huffington, founder of The Huffington Post and founder and CEO of Thrive Global, is the recipient of the 2018 International Distinguished Entrepreneur Award (IDEA). She will be formally recognized with the honour at a gala at RBC Convention Centre on June 12, which media are invited to attend.

What: Arianna Huffington speaks with students
When: June 12, 2018; Event begins at 10:30; Ms. Huffington to speak with students at 10:40 a.m. Reception to follow.
Where: Main Floor Lounge, Drake Centre, Fort Garry campus

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